Multiple Choice
A child is a witness to a car accident. When he testifies in court, he states that a particular car ran a red light and caused the accident. Though the child actually believes this is what happened, this memory is inaccurate and has been created by his exposure to the repeated questioning of attorneys who have suggested that this is what happened. This example best demonstrates the problems associated with
A) flashbulb memories
B) source confusion
C) retroactive interference
D) proactive interference
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